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CF Industries

Chief Project Engineer

Claremore, OK · On-site

Previous experience supervising a team of engineers or a strong technical background in the fertilizer manufacturing industry. * Experience in project management and implementation. * Significant ...

CF Industries

Chief Project Engineer

Claremore, OK

Previous experience supervising a team of engineers or a strong technical background in the fertilizer manufacturing industry. * Experience in project management and implementation. * Significant ...

Sedron Technologies

Senior Process Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$107K - $138K/yr

With strong engineering expertise, Sedron's processes reduce nutrient pollution, lower operational ... Experience in fertilizer production, waste-to-value processes, or related industrial applications

CF Industries

Senior Process Engineer

Sergeant Bluff, IA · On-site

$106K - $137K/yr

Provides process engineering expertise in a collaborative environment to enhance the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly operations of the nitrogen fertilizer plants. As the ...

CF Industries

Senior Process Engineer

Sergeant Bluff, IA

$106K - $137K/yr

Provides process engineering expertise in a collaborative environment to enhance the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly operations of the nitrogen fertilizer plants. As the ...

CDI Engineering Services

Field Engineer

Waggaman, LA · On-site

Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our ... Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in a chemical, petrochemical, refinery, fertilizer, or ...

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What is a fertilizer engineer?

A Fertilizer Engineer is a professional who specializes in the design, development, and optimization of processes involved in producing fertilizers. They work to improve the efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability of fertilizer manufacturing, ensuring that products meet agricultural standards and regulations. Fertilizer Engineers may also be involved in research and development, quality control, and troubleshooting production issues. Their work supports the agriculture industry by helping to produce high-quality fertilizers that enhance crop yields and soil health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fertilizer engineer?

To thrive as a Fertilizer Engineer, you need a strong background in chemical engineering, agronomy, and process design, typically supported by a degree in chemical or agricultural engineering. Proficiency with laboratory analysis tools, process simulation software, and knowledge of industry regulations or certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and project management abilities help you collaborate across teams and address complex production challenges. These skills are crucial to ensure the efficient, safe, and sustainable production of fertilizers that support global agricultural needs.

What are some common challenges fertilizer engineers face when working with new fertilizer formulations?

Fertilizer Engineers often encounter challenges when developing new formulations, such as ensuring compatibility between raw materials, optimizing nutrient release rates, and meeting environmental regulations. Balancing product effectiveness with sustainability and cost efficiency is crucial. Additionally, engineers must collaborate closely with agronomists, quality control, and production teams to test and refine products before large-scale manufacturing. Staying current with industry regulations and advances in agricultural technology is also essential for success in this role.

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Rotating Equipment Engineer

Claremore, OK

CF Industries
Chemical Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you'll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You'll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world's transition to clean energy.
Function:
Engineering and Engineering Services
Job Summary:
The Rotating Equipment Mechanical Engineer provides technical support for the reliability, performance, and mechanical integrity of critical rotating equipment at the Verdigris Complex. This role troubleshoots equipment issues, analyzes reliability data, supports maintenance strategies, and collaborates with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, and Engineering to improve asset performance and reduce downtime. You will report to the Chief Engineer, Asset Integrity & Reliability, and work onsite as part of the Engineering organization. This is a safety-sensitive position.
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Rotating Equipment Mechanical Engineer provides technical support for the reliability, performance, and mechanical integrity of critical rotating equipment at the Verdigris Complex. This role troubleshoots equipment issues, analyzes reliability data, supports maintenance strategies, and collaborates with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, and Engineering to improve asset performance and reduce downtime. You will report to the Chief Engineer, Asset Integrity & Reliability, and work onsite as part of the Engineering organization. This is a safety-sensitive position.
You Will:
  • Provide Rotating Equipment Expertise: Support site rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, blowers, turbines, gearboxes, seals, bearings, lubrication systems, and related machinery.
  • Improve Reliability and Performance: Analyze reliability data, track failure and repair metrics, identify performance trends, and implement improvement plans that reduce equipment downtime and maintenance costs.
  • Lead Troubleshooting and Maintenance Strategy: Troubleshoot equipment issues, support failure analyses, review condition monitoring data, and develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
  • Support Repairs, Turnarounds, and Projects: Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Reliability, and Engineering to plan and execute machinery repairs, shutdown work, equipment upgrades, replacements, and reliability improvement projects.
  • Ensure Documentation and Compliance: Support PSM Mechanical Integrity requirements by maintaining accurate repair documentation, equipment records, maintenance strategies, and alignment with applicable standards.
  • Share Best Practices and Provide Technical Support: Participate in rotating equipment best practice efforts, recommend critical spare parts, support audits, assist with selected fixed equipment tasks, and provide urgent technical support when needed.

You Have:
  • Safety Mindset: Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, risk assessment, hazard identification, and adherence to industry and site safety standards.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • Preferred Experience: Five or more years of rotating equipment, reliability, maintenance, or mechanical engineering experience in a chemical plant, refinery, petrochemical, fertilizer, or other heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Rotating Equipment Knowledge: Experience with rotating and reciprocating machinery, failure analysis, vibration analysis, precision alignment, lubrication practices, mechanical seals, bearings, and baseplate grouting procedures preferred.
  • Reliability and Maintenance Tools: Familiarity with condition monitoring, preventive and predictive maintenance programs, CMMS systems, equipment criticality, and spare parts management preferred.
  • Industry Standards: Working knowledge of applicable industrial codes, standards, and regulations, such as API, ASME, ANSI, OSHA, and state regulatory requirements preferred.
  • Manufacturing Familiarity: Experience with ammonia, urea, fertilizer, petrochemical, or similar manufacturing processes preferred.

Our Benefits:
  • We offer benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, and a well-being incentive program.
  • We provide time off for vacation, employee holidays, personal or family illness, paid parental leave, adoption, and volunteering.
  • Additional benefits include a 401(k), pension plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account.

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As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job-related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, need reasonable accommodation with the application process, or have questions about our use of AI, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us at talentacquisition@cfindustries.com .
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